Beer And Cheese Potato Chowder Crock Pot Recipe

Cozy up with this hearty Beer and Cheese Potato Chowder, slow-cooked to perfection in your crockpot! Creamy, cheesy, and with a hint of beer, this comforting chowder is perfect for a chilly evening. Served with crispy rye bread croutons, it's a delicious and satisfying meal the whole family will love. Recipe adapted from Pillsbury.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 500 mins
Calories 432.6 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 3.5 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beer And Cheese Potato Chowder Crock Pot

  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 1 large onion
  • 2 stalks celery
  • 1 large carrot
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup beer
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 slices rye bread
  • 2 tablespoons butter (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pinch salt

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How to Make Beer And Cheese Potato Chowder Crock Pot

  1. Dice 1 large onion, 2 stalks celery, and 1 large carrot. Mince 2 cloves garlic.
  2. Peel and cube 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes.
  3. In a 3-4 quart slow cooker, combine potatoes, onion, celery, carrot, garlic, and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Gently stir to combine.
  5. Pour in 4 cups beef broth and 1 cup beer (a dark beer like stout or porter works well).
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until potatoes are very tender.
  7. About 10 minutes before serving, coarsely mash some of the potatoes using a potato masher or fork. Leave some chunks for texture.
  8. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and ½ cup heavy whipping cream.
  9. Stir until cheese is melted and the chowder is heated through.
  10. (Optional) For extra richness, stir in 2 tablespoons of butter.
  11. To make rye croutons:
  12. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  13. Cut 4 slices of rye bread into 1-inch cubes.
  14. Toss the bread cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  15. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  16. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  17. Ladle chowder into bowls and top with the crispy rye croutons.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

63g

Carbs

14g

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